The Anson's Escape from Five Frigates by Nicholas Pocock. Several 18th-century frigates with full white sails navigate a dark, choppy sea under a vast, cloud-filled sky.

The Anson's Escape from Five Frigates

Nicholas Pocock

1798 · Medium Not Listed

A dramatic 1798 maritime scene depicting a naval chase during the age of sail.

$169

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in walnut and cognac tones — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Library · Living Room · Office
Placement
Reads naturally above long furniture lines
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Rich brown, Olive green, Charcoal black

About the piece

Created by the renowned marine artist Nicholas Pocock, this painting captures the historical engagement of HMS Anson on October 12, 1798. The work is a masterclass in naval atmosphere, featuring meticulously detailed rigging and a brooding, cloud-swept sky that underscores the tension of the sea escape.